Palamau

Palamau is a village located in Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mohkhed (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Palamau village is also a gram panchayat.

Palamau has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palamau

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palamau is 495112. The village spans a total geographical area of 512.01 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Palamau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Palamau

Below is a concise population overview of Palamau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,226 614 612
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 152 78 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 181 96 85
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 389 198 191
Literate Population 766 427 339
Illiterate Population 460 187 273

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palamau village:

  • The total population of Palamau village is around 1,226, including approximately 614 males and 612 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Palamau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palamau village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 389 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palamau village is about 62.48%, with male literacy at 69.54% and female literacy at 55.39%.
  • There are around 287 households in Palamau village.

Connectivity of Palamau

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palamau. As per the 2011 stats, Palamau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Palamau

Knowing the nearby villages of Palamau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palamau.

Linga Devardha Khunajhir Kalan Salimeta Badgona Joshi Kodamau Bhajipani Khurd Buchnai Pathranai Sarora Chikhali Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Palamau

Where is Palamau located?
Palamau village is situated in Mohkhed Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palamau?
Palamau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Palamau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palamau is 1,226, with 614 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Palamau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palamau village has a total of 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palamau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palamau is 62.48%. The male literacy rate is 69.54%, while the female literacy rate is 55.39%.